Fotokite's Firefighting Drones Soar with $11 Million Boost

Fotokite, the Swiss-US drone leader, secures $11 million in Series B funding to expand its reach in autonomous firefighting UAVs. The investment, led by Carbyne Equity Partners, fuels Fotokite's growth in providing tethered drone technology for emergency response teams worldwide. With this funding, Fotokite aims to enhance situational awareness, streamline search and rescue operations, and save lives in critical situations. The company's expansion efforts have already spread across six continents, solidifying its position as a premier provider in the field. CEO Bart Slager expresses excitement for the future impact of Fotokite's autonomous solutions on first responders and communities globally.